Subaru XV Crosstrek (2013) - Automotive News

CAR GARAGE | Subaru XV Crosstrek (2013) | All 2013 Subaru models Crosstrek XV are powered by a 148-horsepower 2.0-liter BOXER engine, teamed to Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive via a five-speed manual transmission or available second-generation Lineartronic  continuously variable transmission (CVT). Although the Environmental Protection Agency official fuel economy figures are not yet available, the 2013 Subaru Subaru XV projects Crosstrek to Achieve 25 mpg city / 33 mpg highway / 28 mpg combined, the which is excellent for an all-wheel drive crossover vehicle. The 15.9-gallon fuel tank in the Subaru XV Crosstrek is 1.4 gallons Greater Than That in the Impreza models. The Subaru XV Crosstrek uses standard 17-inch alloy wheels with 225/55 R17 all-season tires to Provide all-weather traction and performance. The four wheel disc brake system in the Subaru XV Crosstrek features larger front rotors than on the Impreza 2.5i models. Available for the Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium models and standard on the Limited trim line; the Subaru Lineartronic CVT provides infinite variability Between the highest and lowest available ratios with no discernible steps or shifts.

Inside, the Subaru XV Crosstrek fills out its roster with a safety driver's knee airbag and standard front-side pelvis / torso airbags and side curtain airbags front and rear That offer outboard seat coverage. Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) combines stability and traction control functions. Traction control works to augment the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive functionality. The 4 - wheel disc Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) integrates Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist safety the system. Subaru offers two different Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive systems in the 2013 Subaru models Crosstrek XV. With the five-speed manual transmission, the AWD system uses a viscous-coupling locking center differential to distribute power 50/50 front to rear. Models equipped with the Lineartronic CVT feature the Active Torque Split AWD version of Symmetrical.

Subaru will offer the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek in Premium and Limited models, the latter adding additional luxury amenities and infotainment technology. The standard audio system in the Premium models features Bluetooth  hands-free phone connectivity and audio streaming, Radio Broadcast Data System (RDBS), iPod  control capability, USB port, 3.5mm aux. input jack and six speakers.

In Addition to making the Lineartronic CVT standard, the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited adds leather-trimmed upholstery and leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift handle; automatic climate control system; auto on / off headlights, and a rear seat armrest with dual upholders. A display-type standard audio system in the Subaru XV Crosstrek Limited incorporates a rear-vision camera and also features a 4.3-inch display screen and standard HD Radio. Both the Subaru XV Crosstrek Premium and Limited offer a power moon roof and a navigation system available as options.